CVE-2019-12735
UnknownEPSS 19.11%
Last modified
CVE-2019-12735 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. getchar.c in Vim before 8.1.1365 and Neovim before 0.3.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via the :source! command in a modeline, as demonstrated by execute in Vim, and assert_fails or nvim_input in Neovim.. EPSS estimates a 19.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
getchar.c in Vim before 8.1.1365 and Neovim before 0.3.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via the :source! command in a modeline, as demonstrated by execute in Vim, and assert_fails or nvim_input in Neovim.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vim | Vim | < 8.1.1365 |
| Neovim | Neovim | < 0.3.6 |
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/930020Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/930024Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/neovim/neovim/pull/10082Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/numirias/security/blob/master/doc/2019-06-04_ace-vim-neovim.mdExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/53575521406739cf20bbe4e384d88e7dca11f040Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/930020Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/930024Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/neovim/neovim/pull/10082Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/numirias/security/blob/master/doc/2019-06-04_ace-vim-neovim.mdExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/53575521406739cf20bbe4e384d88e7dca11f040Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-12735?
getchar.c in Vim before 8.1.1365 and Neovim before 0.3.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via the :source! command in a modeline, as demonstrated by execute in Vim, and assert_fails or nvim_input in Neovim.
How severe is CVE-2019-12735?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-12735 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 19.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-12735?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2019-12735?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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